Heart-Shaped Cupcakes

Transform simple cupcakes into romantic, heart-shaped treats that will make anyone’s Valentine’s Day extra special. These are easy to make, customizable, and perfect for sharing with loved ones.

Ingredients
• 1 box of your favorite cupcake mix (or homemade batter)
• Cupcake liners
• Aluminum foil (for shaping)
• Buttercream frosting in pink or red
• Edible glitter or sprinkles for decoration

Instructions

1. Prepare the Heart Shapes: Line your muffin tin with cupcake liners. Roll small balls of aluminum foil and tuck one between the cupcake liner and the tin on one side to create a dip, forming a heart shape.

2. Bake the Cupcakes: Fill the liners with your prepared batter, being careful not to overfill. Bake according to your recipe’s instructions and allow them to cool completely.

3. Frost the Cupcakes: Use a piping bag with a star tip to swirl pink or red buttercream frosting onto the cupcakes. Start from the outside and work your way inward.

4. Decorate: Sprinkle edible glitter, heart-shaped sprinkles, or sugar pearls for a finishing touch.

How to Create the Display

Arrange the heart-shaped cupcakes on a red or pink platter. Use a doily for an extra festive touch. To make the display pop, sprinkle a few candy hearts or edible flower petals around the cupcakes.